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Job Title: Planning & Purchasing Coordinator

Salary: Up to £35,000 + bonus

Location: Full Time, On Site, Nottingham

W Talent is delighted to be partnering with a highly successful manufacturing business in Nottingham who are part of a growing global group of businesses.

Having recently completed a similar role with this progressive company, we are delighted to be working with them on a Planning & Purchasing Coordinator vacancy.

This role requires a strong progress chaser - someone proactive in following up on orders, chasing suppliers, and driving solutions to ensure seamless purchasing and planning operations.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a progress chaser, ensuring orders are on track, delays are minimised, and suppliers are held accountable for delivery commitments
Resolve issues related to OTIF performance, working closely with suppliers to manage lead times and minimum order quantities (MOQs), optimising inventory levels
Generate and process purchase orders for various industrial components and office services
Communicate with internal stakeholders to align order status with inventory needs
Proactively monitor open orders, chase down solutions to supplier delays, discrepancies, or shortages, and ensure production schedules are met
Contribute to process improvements to enhance purchasing and planning efficiencies
Support production planning to ensure seamless alignment between purchasing and manufacturing schedules
Perform general administrative tasks to support the team and maintain efficient operations

Key Requirements

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Buying or Purchasing Coordinator role with proven supplier management experience
Experience in supply chain coordination, with involvement in production planning, is highly desirable
Experience of purchasing from Far East suppliers is highly desirable
Strong proficiency in ERP systems and Excel is essential
Excellent communication skills with a proactive, problem-solving mindset
A determined and persistent approach, with the confidence to chase suppliers, deal with escalated issues, and drive resolutions
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and growIf you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy taking ownership of tasks, and have a tenacious, can-do attitude, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Before Applying

Please ensure you currently live within a daily commutable distance to Nottingham
Applicants must have full right to work in the UK at the time of application, as visa sponsorship is not availableWe look forward to receiving your CV